User Guide - Windows 8

9 Security
Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Computer
Setup utility (BIOS) can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a
product from being mishandled or stolen.
NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, back up and delete confidential files, and remove
all password settings.
NOTE: Some features listed in this chapter may not be available on your computer.
NOTE: Your computer supports Computrace, which is an online security-based tracking and recovery
service available in select regions. If the computer is stolen, Computrace can track the computer if the
unauthorized user accesses the Internet. You must purchase the software and subscribe to the service in
order to use Computrace. For information about ordering the Computrace software, go to the HP
website at
http://hp-pt.absolute.com.
Computer risk Security feature
Unauthorized use of the computer HP Client Security, in combination with a password, smart
card, contactless card, registered fingerprints, or other
authentication credential
Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup*
Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive DriveLock password or Automatic DriveLock password in
Computer Setup*
Unauthorized startup from an optional external optical drive
(select models only), optional external hard drive (select
models only), or internal network adapter
Boot options feature in Computer Setup*
Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Windows user password
Unauthorized access to data
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HP Drive Encryption software
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Windows Defender
Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other
system identification information
BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup*
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